Showing posts with label improving the lives of girls and women. Show all posts
Showing posts with label improving the lives of girls and women. Show all posts

Saturday, 10 March 2018

To Solve The World's Biggest Problems Invest in Women And Girls

Invest In Women and Girls

As CEO of the Global Fund for Women, Musimbi Kanyoro works to support women and their ideas so they can expand and grow. She introduces us to the Maragoli concept of "isirika" -- a pragmatic way of life that embraces the mutual responsibility to care for one another -- something she sees women practicing all over the world. And she calls for those who have more to give more to people working to improve their communities. "Imagine what it would look like if you embraced isirika and made it your default," Kanyoro says. "What could we achieve for each other? For humanity?" Let's find out -- together.

Friday, 20 May 2016

How The Global Fund For Women Technology Can Help Empower Women Worldwide

Empowering Women

Reading the above article I was struck by the scheme to empower women.  It is always so good to learn about these organisations that give opportunities to better the lives of women who would otherwise struggle to make a living.



Having spent the last six years of my career at eBay, in the heart of Silicon Valley, I’ve seen firsthand how digital technologies can have a strong impact on people in the farthest corners of the world. Greater connectivity can foster learning, increase economic growth and provide life-changing information for women and girls that can promote their health, education and wellbeing. - See more at: http://www.blogjnj.com/2016/05/global-fund-women-technology-initiative-can-help-empower-women-worldwide/#sthash.jxbGTWEn.dpuf